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Silver City Arts’ Holiday Show and Sale Features Music, Craft Making, Art
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 11/26/2019 - 12:10amSilver City Arts group's Saturday, Dec. 7 holiday event from noon to 4pm includes music by cellists Diane Kotik and Becky Crowe, a holiday craft activity for all ages led by Erich and Chali Haugen, and complimentary sweets.
The event also includes opportunities to buy unique gifts made by Comstock locals. Some of the items for sale include:
Events around Carson City for Tuesday, Nov. 26
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 11/25/2019 - 8:15pmWith the season's first big winter storm expected to arrive later Tuesday evening into Thanksgiving, you can still get in activities around the capital city before the snow flies. There's a morning walk and evening hike with Muscle Powered, a job fair at the Carson Nugget, fitness and swing classes at Yaple's Ballroom, a Carson City School Board meeting and more.
Events around Carson City for Monday, Nov. 25
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 11/24/2019 - 7:10pmEnjoy any sunshine Monday as our first significant snow storm of the season is ahead this Thanksgiving holiday week. Activities and happenings on the first day of the work week, Nov. 25, 2019 include a free yoga class offered through Partnership Carson City, a discussion on the Julian Castro campaign hosted by the Carson City Democratic Men's Club, art events and more.
Senator Square: CHS staff library lounge kickoff, American Citizen essay winners announced
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 11/24/2019 - 8:13amThe American Citizen Essay winners are in, and they all have one thing in common: cash prizes. This year, the Carson City School District Board of Trustees selected the topic, “An early motto of the United States was e pluribus unum, which means ‘out of many, one,’ so how do we embrace diversity and inclusiveness to come together as one country?”
25th Annual Carson High School Craft Fair kicks off holiday shopping in Carson City
Submitted by user22 on Sat, 11/23/2019 - 5:09pmIt’s the most wonderful time of the year and Carson City residents showed up in masses to start their holiday shopping. Carson High School (CHS) played host to over a hundred crafters, artisans, candy makers, knitters and even more happy shoppers at this weekend’s 25th Annual Holiday Craft Fair.
War of the Worlds, Charity Fundraisers, Craft Fairs and more: Events in Carson City for Sat. Nov 23
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 11/23/2019 - 12:35amHappy Saturday, Carson City! Are you feeling in the holiday spirit yet? Thanksgiving is right around the corner, and soon after it will be the season of jingle bells, red fur hats, ugly sweaters and snow!
Support Local by Shopping Small in Carson City on Small Business Saturday
Submitted by user22 on Fri, 11/22/2019 - 12:19pmEveryone knows about Black Friday. Major retailers dishing out major discounts the day after turkey day. Lesser known but widely growing is Small Business Saturday, small business’ answer to Black Friday.
Santa's Christmas Magic Photo Shoot hosted by CottonSeed Company
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 11/22/2019 - 10:17amYes Virginia, there is a Santa Claus and CottonSeed Company knows him!
Santa will be here November 30th from 4:30pm to 7:30pm. Santa has many Boys and Girls to visit before Christmas so his time is precious.
We will have 2 separate photo opportunities that day - priced individually and booked individually.
Holiday craft fair, interactive play, chili bingo, standup comedy and more: Carson City area ready for action-packed weekend
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 11/21/2019 - 9:57pmHeading into the weekend before Thanksgiving, there’s a mountain of activities around the Carson City region over the next three days. Events include the 25th annual Carson High School Holiday Craft Fair, a “War of the Worlds” play at the Brewery Arts Center, a Chili Bingo Night fundraiser to benefit the Carson Middle School Band, laughs at the Carson Nugget and much more.
A Carson City Tradition: 25th CHS Holiday Craft Fair celebrated this Friday and Saturday
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 11/21/2019 - 11:51amThis Friday and Saturday is a milestone in Carson City as Carson High School will celebrate its 25th annual Holiday Craft Fair.
The Twelve Days of Christmas: Thanking our Carson City community for shopping local
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 11/20/2019 - 1:33pmShop local at participating businesses and receive a drawing ticket! This is our way of thanking the community for shopping local. Participating stores are: Artsy Fartsy Art Gallery, Due Sorella (fondly known as Two Sisters), Kaleidoscope, Mom & Pops Diner, The Purple Avocado, Morley's Books, Postal Annex, Rustically Devine, Touched by Angels home and garden gift shop, Gather, The Bike Smith,Carson Jewelry & Loan, Scoups Ice Cream & Soup Bar and a special gift given by My Dream Photography.
Carson City sheriff's investigators seek identity of suspects in theft of electric bicycle
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 11/19/2019 - 5:45pmThe Carson City Sheriff’s Office Investigation Division is asking for information into a grand larceny of an electric bicycle earlier this month.
Panera Bread to join Chick-fil-A at new South Carson City shopping center
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Tue, 11/19/2019 - 2:08pmGroundwork is currently underway for the new shopping center that is currently scheduled to contain Carson City's first Chick-fil-A, and the capital's first Panera Bread is now said to be joining in.
After-hours burglary being investigated after man found dead from fall at Carson City shopping center
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 11/17/2019 - 11:26amUPDATE: Carson City Sheriff Ken Furlong says the incident, in which a man was found dead after apparently falling through the roof at a Carson City shopping center business, is being investigated as a possible after-hours burglary and that the deceased man had been dead for some time.
According to Sheriff Furlong, workers at a hair salon came into the business to open up for the day. When they arrived they found a deceased male on the ground, who appeared to have fallen through the ceiling.
Events and Happenings for the Carson City Region for Saturday, Nov. 16
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 11/16/2019 - 1:34amHappy Saturday, Carson City! There are a ton of wonderful events happening in our region today, including the first Indigenous Peoples Heritage Day at the Children's Museum, a Turkey Shoot, Lego Club, Polar Express and more! Take a gander below to find out what we have going through the weekend.
Saturday, November 16
Polar Express, live comedy, 'Matilda the Musical,' garden craft show and more: Carson City region set for eventful weekend
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 11/14/2019 - 8:34pmHeading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of activities around the Carson City region over the next three days. Events include Polar Express train rides, Touched By Angels hosts a garden craft show on Saturday, a night photo shoot at the Nevada State museum, Rob Sherwood headlines the Carson Comedy Club at the Carson Nugget, 'Matilda the Musical' and more!
High Five Turkey Drive and More: Events around Carson City for Thursday, Nov. 14
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 11/13/2019 - 8:47pmHeading into the middle of the month, we're all deserving of a high five. You can give an entire family a big cheer Thursday by donating a turkey at the annual Carson City High Five Turkey Drive hosted by FISH at Carson City Nissan. Stop by, bring a turkey and give a local family in need a happy Thanksgiving. Other events around the capital city include a Nevada Peace Officer Standards and Training graduation ceremony, a talk about earthquake preparedness hosted by Carson City Native and Newcomers Club, a Muscle Powered afternoon hike and more.
Carson High Holiday Craft Fair to celebrate 25th year
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 11/11/2019 - 4:32pmJoin us for another unique shopping experience while assisting Carson High School staff and students. The 25th annual Carson High Holiday Craft Fair will be held Friday, Nov. 22 and Saturday, Nov. 23.
Carson City FISH hosts 2019 'High Five Turkey Drive' this Thursday
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 11/11/2019 - 11:50amThe annual High Five Turkey Drive is happening this Thursday in Carson City. Join Friends in Service Helping, also known as FISH, for its collection of Thanksgiving turkeys in time for the holiday.
Carson High Holiday Craft Fair and Canned Food Drive set for Nov. 22
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 11/02/2019 - 3:04pmThe Carson High Holiday Craft Fair will be held at the Carson High School Friday November 22nd from 5-8pm and Saturday November 23rd from 9-4pm. Admission on Friday is $2.00 and Saturday is $1.50 or $1.00 with a canned food item. All canned food items will be donated to Advocates to End Domestic Violence.
Grand Opening for New 'Marbella Hair Salon' Saturday
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 11/02/2019 - 12:20pmCarson City's newest hair salon, "Marbella Hair Salon," is pleased to announce their grand opening on Nov. 2, 2019 at 2 pm.
They’ll be serving food and refreshments. Marbella Hair Salon is a family salon. The owner Yamila Perez and her business partner Olivia Edralin are eager to open their doors to everyone who is looking for professional services such as haircuts, hair coloring, perming, hair extensions, facial waxing, and more.
Happy Halloween: Events around Carson City for Oct. 31
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 10/30/2019 - 6:35pmHeading into the last day of October and you know what that means: Happy Halloween! Best to bundle up under the costumes as Thursday will be another chilly day, though warmer than Wednesday. Activities around the capital city include a Muscle Powered afternoon hike, art showings, library activities and more. Read on for Halloween activities around the capital city.
Carson City area celebrates Halloween 2019 with trick-or-treating activities and more
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 10/29/2019 - 2:00pmThe ghosts and zombies and costume super heroes will be out and about now through Thursday, either at organized events or Halloween night trick or treating around the Carson City area, including the Carson Mall, throughout downtown and at the Governor's Mansion.
Parade and carnival, Pow Wow, pancakes and more: Carson City set for Nevada Day weekend
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 10/24/2019 - 6:44pmHeading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of events around the Carson City region Friday through Sunday to celebrate Nevada Day. Activities include the annual parade down Carson Street, a carnival at Mills Park, the 30th annual Nevada Day Classic, The La Ka Lel Be Pow Wow at the MAC, beard and rock drilling contests, delicious food dishes, pancakes, chili and plenty of beverages to suit kids and adults of all ages.
Carson Mall Safe Candy Walk
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 10/24/2019 - 1:06pmBring your littlest ghosts and goblins to the Carson Mall for a SAFE CANDY WALK TRICK or TREAT. Delicious candy. There will be a kid-friendly photo-booth and maps are available in the south entrance. 4 to 6 p.m. throughout all the businesses in the mall shopping center.
Retailers: Nevada Halloween spending projected to surpass $139 million
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 10/24/2019 - 12:25pmWith Halloween next Thursday, Silver State retailers who have stocked up on spooky goods say consumers are projected to spend an estimated $139.4 million on ghostly decorations, costumes and sweets to celebrate, according to estimates by the Retail Association of Nevada.
Pre-Holiday Open House
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 10/23/2019 - 11:33amJoin Artsy Fartsy Art Gallery on Nov. 16 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. for our pre-holiday open house. Get some gift ideas and do some local shopping for the holiday's.
Kathleen Hallamore with her amazing jewlery and Kate Hanlon with her one-of-a-kind hand dyed silks will be on hand from 11 AM to 3 PM with their newest creations for you to enjoy. Many specials will be happening and the wine room will be open with appetizers and beverages for your enjoyment.
Holiday Bazaar at St. Peter's in Carson City offers crafts, food and festive atmosphere
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 10/22/2019 - 12:51pmSt. Peter's Episcopal Church in downtown Carson City at the corner of Telegraph and Division streets will host its annual Holiday Bazaar on Saturday, Nov. 9 from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Items available include hand-crafted notecards, hand-made apparel, accessories, and items for the home. Raggedy Ann dolls and Christmas bears will provide unique gifts.
Nevada retailers projected to hire more than 7,000 workers for holiday season
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 10/21/2019 - 8:33amRetailers in Nevada and nationwide have ramped up hiring campaigns in preparation for the 2019 holiday shopping season. In the Silver State, the Retail Association of Nevada estimates retailers will boost hiring by 7,100 new positions during the October-to-December holiday shopping period.
V&T Railway ends season this weekend with steam, 150th anniversary and Toast of the Canyon trains
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 10/08/2019 - 3:49pmCARSON CITY — V&T Railway will bring its event-filled 2019 season to a close this weekend with a final 150th Anniversary train on Friday, Oct. 11, vintage steam trains on Saturday, Oct. 12 and Sunday, Oct. 13 and a Toast of the Canyon spirits train on Saturday, Oct. 12 following the steam train.